Aloe 'Freckles'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 12"-15"

planting zones

9a-12

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Aloe 'Freckles' plant details

Aloe 'Freckles' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aloe 'Freckles'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe 'Freckles'

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Medium green leaves with lightly serrated edges and lots of white "freckles" on both the upper and lower surfaces. Cold tolerant to -5° C. Not a Kelly Griffin hybrid, but apparently developed in South Africa.

By: Kara Nursery

Light Shade. Outdoor. Panicles of Reddish Flowers covered with Light Wool.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Gardening facts about Aloe 'Freckles' plant

How to Grow Aloe 'Freckles'

Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen